Book Drive in 2007 was a Community Service Project for their Black Belt Applications by Zachary Rodgers and Jonah Tersol, left to right
One of two Tyndall rocking chairs donated to the Library by the Friends of the Atlee Library
Display case donated to the Library by the Friends of the Atlee Branch Library.
Dr. Helen C. Rountree, author of numerous books, presenting Rachel Jones, winner of a drawing with a signed copy of her most recent book.
BowBow 2, the Clown, and guests at Children's Story Hour
"Grandmother's Garden" a beautiful handmade quilt by Bernice Kerr
Caroline Kettlewell, Richmond author of Electric Dreams, was guest speaker at the Atlee Library on January 19, 2006
Caroline Kettlewell, Richmond author of Electric Dreams, was guest speaker at the Atlee Library on January 19,2006.
Emyl Jenkins, author of Stealing wth Style, was the guest speaker at Atlee Library on Otober 9, 2008.
Caroline Reeder, award winning author of children's books was the guest speaker at Atlee Library on September 23,2006.
David L. Robbins, Richmond author, gave a talk about writing and his latest novel, The Assasins Gallery on September 19, 2006.
Poster of Recent Purchases for the Library by the Friends during 2009.
Dr. David Wallenstein, historian and author, gave a talk about his latest book Cradle of America: Four Centuries of Virginia History on March 7, 2009
Jeffrey D. Wert, author of Calvary Man of the Lost Cause: A Biography of J.E.B. Stuart was the guest speaker at the library on October 14, 2008.
Marc Leepson, auhor of six previous books gave a talk about his receent book Desperate Engagement, on. Saturday, March 22, 2008.
Poster of Purchases for Atlee Library during 2008.
Betty Britton Johnston, President of the Friends and Co-Chairman of the Book Sale, in her "cowgirl" costume for the Halloween Book Sale, 2009.
Mary Ann Ney, Co-Chairman of the Book Sales, and Julie May, Secretary of the Friends, from left to right.
Colleen Coningsby, Chairman of the Hospitality Committee, on the right; and Kim Marsh, a member of Friends on the left.
Elizabeth C. Britton standing behind the original folk art Father Christmas she sculpted
Mary Ann Ney and Betty Britton Johnston, left to right, of Friends of the Atlee Library accepting the books collected from a Book Drive held by Zachary Rodgers and Jonah Tersol as a Community Servie Project for their applications to become Black Belts at Master Cho's Tae Kwan Do and Martial Arts School. Betty Britton Johnston, President of the Friends, and Mary Ann Ney were Co-Chairmen of the Book Sale.
The display case is used to display collections or handmade items by individuals or groups of all ages from the community as well as the library staff.
Dr. Helen C. Rountree gave a talk about her anthropological research and writings on the native Americans of eastern Virginia and the eastern shore of Maryland. Rachel Jones won a signed copy of Dr. Rountree's most recent book Pocahontas, Powhatan, Opechancanough: Three Indian Lives Changed by Jamestown.
BowBow 2, the Clown, read to children at Story Hour in Ash Creek Club House. Afterwards, refreshments were served, and the children had a great time playing. The event was to give out information about the library and how the Friends support the library.
This gorgeous handmade quilt was handquilted and donated by Bernice Kerr to be raffled during the 2004 Annual Book Sale. It was on display in the library for a month prior to the Book Sale.
Ms. Kettlewell getting ready to demonstrate her electric motor made "...out of tape, magnets, a plastic cup, paper clips, and some wire." along with a battery.
Ms. Kettlewell signing a copy of her book for an audience member.
Emyl Jenkins, Richmond author of numerous nonfiction books and articles, spoke about writing her first novel which has been a critical and popular success. It was chosen to be a mystery guild book of the month. Following the progam, one lucky member of the audience was the winner of a drawing to receive a signed copy of Stealing with Style, and refreshments from her cookbook From Homemade to Store Bought were served.
Carolyn Reeder, Virgina author of eight historical novels for children including Shades of Gray which received the Scott O'Dell award, The Jefferson Cup Award (VLA), and Jane Adams Children's Book Award/Honor Book gave a talk about her historical fiction for children followed by a book signing and refreshments.
David L. Robbins, Richmond author, discussed writing fiction and his critically praised novels: Liberation Road, Last Citadel, Scorched Earth, The End of War, War of the Rats, Souls to Keep, and his newest The Assassins Gallery.
The teen booths have become popular with library patrons of all ages. They are very comfortable! All items purchased for the library are chosen by the library manager and her staff.
Dr. Wallenstein, a professor of history at Virginia Tech and author of five previous books on topics of Virginia history, gave a talk on his most recent book. The Library of Virginia nominated it as one of three finalists for the best work of nonfiction in 2008. A book signing and refreshments followed his presentation.
Jeffrey Wert, the author of seven previous books on Civil War topics, is a highly sought-after lecturer and battlefield tour guide. After his presentation and a question-and-answer session, there was a book signing. Refreshments were served.
Desperate Engagement: How a Little-known Civil War Battle Saved Washington, D.C., and Changed American History was discussed by Marc Leepson followed by a question-and-answer period. A book signing and refreshments followed.
Betty is standing near the lovely handquilted wall hangings by Bernice Kerr and a charming original folk art Father Christmas hand sculpted by Elizabeth C. Britton displayed on the table. All of these items were raffled during the 2009 Halloween Book Sale. .
Keeping the books straight and replenishing the boxes during the Halloween Book Sale.
Both members are helping to keep the Halloween Book Sale straight.
The originial folk art Father Christmas hand sculpted by Elizabeth C. Britton, she generously donated to the Friends for a raffle during the Halloween Book Sale.
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Book Drive in 2007 was a Community Service Project for their Black Belt Applications by Zachary Rodgers and Jonah Tersol, left to right
Mary Ann Ney and Betty Britton Johnston, left to right, of Friends of the Atlee Library accepting the books collected from a Book Drive held by Zachary Rodgers and Jonah Tersol as a Community Servie Project for their applications to become Black Belts at Master Cho's Tae Kwan Do and Martial Arts School. Betty Britton Johnston, President of the Friends, and Mary Ann Ney were Co-Chairmen of the Book Sale.